Member Spotlight: Gerald A. Williams

TAA Member Gerald A. Williams is Professor of Mathematics at San Juan College in New Mexico and both a textbook and academic author in the mathematics discipline. He writes trade books for the lay person with the goal being to give such readers both a transformative understanding and a newfound appreciation of mathematics. He writes under G. Arnell Williams..

His most recent publication is Algebra the Beautiful: An Ode to Math’s Least-Loved Subject (Basic Books, August 2022). He is also the author of How Math Works: A Guide to Grade School Arithmetic for Parents and Teachers (Rowman & Littlefield, April 2013).

Member Spotlight: Dr. Joseph ‘Rocky’ Wallace

TAA Member Dr. Joseph ‘Rocky’ Wallace is an Associate Professor, Education, Campbellsville University and is a textbook author in the education and leadership disciplines.

His latest publication is Service in the Trenches: School Principals Share True Stories of Servant Leadership and he is currently working on a third book by his team of higher ed authors here in Kentucky–the theme of school safety..

Have you opened a textbook lately?

Open access textbooks are becoming increasingly popular, with many universities now requiring that their students have access to open textbooks. There are a few different types of open textbooks, including those that are free to use, and those that are available for a fee. Open textbooks can be helpful for students who want to study without having to pay for books, and they can also be useful for teachers who want to create materials that are accessible to all students.

There are, however, some concerns about whether this trend is sustainable. Some believe that open access textbooks are fads that will eventually go away, while others some professors worry that the trend will not pay off for students.

How to write an academic book proposal

Academic book proposals are a necessary part of publishing a book. They help potential publishers see your work and what they could expect if they decided to publish it. There are a few things you should keep in mind when writing a proposal.

First, make sure you have all the information the publisher needs to assess the viability of publishing your book. Second, be sure to highlight the unique aspects of your book and how they will benefit readers. Third, be clear about what readers will get from reading your book. Finally, market your proposal effectively to publishers.